Vuzix Eyewear personal video viewing device

Friday, Nov. 14 2008 | Author: Jim

Well… there’s a place in me that says, “hey you might need this too”. This is the Vuzix Eyewear personal video viewing device. Curious how it all fits and feels like, as I haven’t really worn one and I often wonder that for those who do does it really feel like you’re also watching video on a huge plasma TV? A nagging question would be if it gives you more eyestrain in prolonged use. Like if I had a movie marathon tonight, will my eyes complain the following morning. Hmmmm…

Anyway.

This baby is “plug and play” so it will work with any video source like your portable DVDs, your video iPods, other portable video devices etc. Sound quality is good too, earbuds are detachable for easy storage and/or cleaning. Retails for about US$350. If you need uninterrupted viewing experience, this is for you. I’m guessing it may be a little weird when your moving your head… the video moves with you. If you get over that… it’s a cool experience to just shut everyone and everything around you and enjoy.

Got the following summary of features from the manufacturer website:

Supported Devices Include:
Portable DVD players
Media players
Gaming systems
Digital cameras
Camcorders
Cellular phones with video output

Features:
iWear® 3D enabled for automatic 2D/3D control; no buttons required
Can be worn with or without prescription eyeglasses
The integrated rechargeable lithium ion battery gives approximately five hours of continuous viewing
Includes mini USB charger

User Adjustable:
Removable, integrated can be upgraded or removed to allow you to plug in your own headsets
AccuTilt® viewer pivots up to 15 degrees for optimum viewing angle and clarity
Soft, comfortable, hypo-allergenic nosepiece extends up to 3/8″
Custom fit headstrap

Advanced Optics:
32-degree field of view
3/4″ eye relief and 5/16″ eyebox.
2.5″ intraocular distance (IOD).
Color corrected 10th order aspherical lens with diffractive surface

Technical Specifications:
Twin high-resolution 640×480 (920,000 pixels) LCD displays
Equivalent to a 62″ screen viewed from 9 feet
Millions of colors
Visor weighs 2.9 ounces
Integrated rechargeable lithium ion battery allows approximately five hours of continuous operation
60 Hz progressive scan update rate